1952 Allard Safari vs. 1994 Dodge Neon
To start off, 1994 Dodge Neon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard Safari would be higher. At 3,621 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1952 Allard Safari. (85 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Allard Safari weights approximately 349 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Because 1952 Allard Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Allard Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard Safari (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Neon. (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard Safari | 1994 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Allard | Dodge |
| Model | Safari | Neon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3621 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 42 L |
